ENERGY EFFICIENCY & RENEWABLE ENERGY

WASTE MANAGEMENTRECYCLING & ENVIRONMENT

SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES

ELEVATORS & ESCALATORS

BUILDING AUTOMATION& MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

South-East European Eco Forum & Exhibition 2013POST EVENT REPORT

Silver Sponsor of‘Save the Planet’:

With the Patronage of:

REPUBLIC OF BULGARIAMinistry of Economy,Energy and Tourism

REPUBLIC OF BULGARIAMinistry of Regional Developmentand Public Works

Media Sponsor:Sponsor of‘Save the Planet’:

Sponsor of‘Smart Buildings’:

With the Support of:

EREFEuropean Renewable Energies Federation

europeancouncil for an energy e�cienteconomy

Supporting PartnerAustria

Next Edition: 5-7 March 2014, Sofia, Bulgaria

Organizer: Via Expo - o�ce@viaexpo.com, www.viaexpo.com

South-East Europe is moving forward to its low-carbon vision, which however can be a reality only if the countries of the Region improve signi�cantly their resource e�ciency. The annual Eco Forum and Exhibition for SE Europe (29-31 May 2013) brought together again experts and investors for a discussion of the environmental challenges.

Philip Lowe, DG Energy EC, estimated the event as a key European energy hub and an exchange platform for new ideas. The appeal of Julio García Burgués, DG Environment EC, referred the creation of economic incentives to boost waste prevention, re-use and recycling, which will increase the private investments.

The Organizer Via Expo broadened the event format and the 2013 edition incorporated the following topics: Energy E�ciency and Renewable Energy (EE & RE), Waste Management (’Save the Planet’), Building Automation andManagement Systems (’Smart Buildings’), Elevators and Escalators (’LiftBalkans’).

● ‘Energy E�ciency & Renewable Energy’ has made a positive impact. The visitors’ interest was attracted by hybrid and autonomous systems for renewable energy production, energy saving technologies and bio energy innovations.

● ‘Save the Planet’ has registered 40% growth of the exhibitor number compared to 2012. The event showcased a wide spectrum of sustainable and environment-friendly products and technologies. The representatives of the local authorities, who are at the forefront of the new environmental developments, were mostly interested in the di�erent proposals concerning waste management practices. ‘Save the Planet’ underlined the increasing responsibility ofinstitutions, municipalities and citizens and the importance of their common actions for reaching the EU environmental targets.

● The new topics ‘Smart Buildings’ and ‘LiftBalkans’ have enriched the event format. They were successfully heldand the number of visitors was su�cient. These two new topics will speed up the development of the considerable buildings potential in SE Europe. At the �rst edition of ‘Smart Buildings’ the exhibitors presented building automation technologies, software and network cabling solutions which signi�cantly reduce operating costs and increaseoccupant comfort.‘LiftBalkans’ is the only specialized b2b exhibition in Bulgaria devoted to elevators, escalators, components andaccessories. According to the Agency for Metrological and Technical Surveillance Bulgaria has over 120,000 lifts. More than 80,000 of them will need to be upgraded the next 10 years. Lift Balkans provides the ideal opportunity for a market exploration and for up-to-date products and services exposure.

THE EXHIBITION

EXHIBITORS148 direct exhibitors from 22 countries (Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Chinese Taipei, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey and the UK). 117 represented companies from Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Slovakia, Finland, Sweden, Japan, the UK and the USA.● 50% direct foreign exhibitors ● 36% of the exhibiting companies are repeated participants ● Austrian Pavilion with the biggest covered area from the last four years ● Group participation of companies from Italy and Slovenia within the EU supported ICON Project ● For the �rst time there was a Hungarian National Participation, organized by HITA ● ‘Save the Planet’ 2013 was sponsored by experienced environmental companies as Aurubis and ECOPACK

Exhibitor Pro�le● Renewable Energy and Related Systems; Energy E�cient Equipment and Technologies in Di�erent Industry Branches, Construction; Building Integrated Photovoltaics ● Waste Treatment; Waste Collection; Land�ll Management; Recycling Technologies and Equipment; Transport Vehicles; Waste-to-Energy● Building Automation and Energy Management Systems● Elevators & Escalators; Moving Walks; Components

VISITORS 4845 visitors from Bulgaria and 39 other countries (Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, China, Chinese Taipei, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Macedonia, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the UK and Ukraine).

Breakdown by Position52% Expert, Consultant40% Manager8% Marketing, Sales

Visitor Pro�le Agriculture, Architecture, Association, Automation, Chemical Industry, Construction, Consulting, Elevators & Escalators, Engineering, Electronics, Financing/Investment, Energy Saving, Food Industry, IT & Telecommunication, Recycling, Renewable Energy, State/Municipal Administration, Paper and Packaging Industry, Tourism, Transport, WasteManagement

FORUMStrong messages were heard during the three days concerning the necessity of decisive actions by public authorities, business and citizens in reference to the implementation of the best eco friendly models and innovative technologies.

SPEAKERS 74 speakers from 12 countries (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal and the UK).

The up-to-date trends in the �eld of Renewable Energy, Smart Buildings, Waste Management and Recycling, were presented by prestigious organizations such as the European Renewable Energies Federation (EREF), Buildings Performance Institute Europe (BPIE), EuroAce, Navigant Research, European Commission - DG Energy and DGEnvironment, European Patent O�ce, Association of Plastics Manufacturers in Europe, Association of Cities and Regions for Recycling and Sustainable Resource Management (ACR+), Association for Waste Treatment and Recycling Technology within VDMA, European Network of Environmental Professionals (ENEP), etc.

Program Highlights● Smart Buildings ● Building Integrated Photovoltaics ● Agricultural, Land�ll & Wastewater Biofulels

ATTENDEES234 specialists from 24 countries: Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Chinese Taipei, Croatia, Cyprus, Germany, Greece, Denmark, Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey and the UK.

BranchesWaste Management and Recycling, Architecture & Construction, State & Municipality Authorities, Renewable Energy, Energy E�ciency, Engineering, Automation, etc.

Parallel EventsApart from the exhibitions, parallel forums, panel discussions and networking events promotedthe knowledge transfer between the environmental sectors in South-East Europe:● Discussion: How to Implement More E�ectively the Energy E�ciency in Buildings? Investing Barriers in Buildings Energy E�ciency● Waste Collection & Separation – Session, organized by the European Network of Environmental Professionals (ENEP) ● Best Italian Know-how & Practices – Workshop, organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria ● EU Funds for Regional Development in Bulgaria 2014–2020 - Seminar of the Netherlands Embassy in So�a● Towards a Large Scale Integration of PV in Bulgaria - Bulgarian Photovoltaic Association Workshop● Task Force “Energy E�ciency and Building Comfort” - Bulgarian Green Building Council● Go Green to Environment 2013 - G2E 2013 - Pre-scheduled business and technology transfer meetings - Bulgarian Industrial Association● Factory for the Production of Green Energy – Green-Blue Energy Factory Workshop● Exhibitor Presentations

● Waste Minimization Strategies ● Waste Collection & Separation● Resource E�ciency & Recycling

Visitors by Position52% Manager 21% Expert, Consultant 14% Marketing, Sales 13% Other

Visitors by Region53% So�a 24% From the Interior of Bulgaria 23% Abroad

Breakdown by Region42% from abroad39% from So�a19% from the Interior of Bulgaria

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PROMOTIONExtensive promotional campaign was carried out in 27 countries. The Forum was supported by 200 partners and media partners. The event was covered in more than 245 international and national media - specialized magazines, Internet sites, dailies, weekly newspapers, news agencies, TV and Radio stations.

TESTIMONIALS ‘I would like to express our satisfaction from the mutual collaboration with Via Expo during the past years and especially during this year’s Eco Forum. Thanks to your proactive and tailor-made approach our seminar was a big success. For the Netherlands, as a leading country in the �eld of environmental technologies and innovations, this is the forum not to be missed in Bulgaria.’ Monica Nikolova, Senior Economic and Commercial O�cer, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

‘It was a great event. I look forward to another opportunity to work with you.’ Ambassador Traian Chebe-leu, Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC)

‘The event was very professionally organized with very interesting selection of topics and speakers, tight program and completeness of the presented lectures.’ Miriana Alexandrova, Embassy of Norway

‘The integration of the conferences and the exhibitions gave the participants of both events opportuni-ties for new business contacts and exchange of knowledge. Very good selected speakers and a wide range of exhibitors made the visit a successful business trip.’ Heiko Schmidt, German Association of Environmental Professionals (VNU)

‘I was surprised about the great number of participating institutions and companies as well as on the high level of expertise there’ Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Walter Somitsch, Ingenieurbüro Dr. Walter Somitsch, Austria

‘We appreciate the long-term relationship with Via Expo within the successfulcooperation regarding the Eco Forum as well the parallel trade fair. We look forward to continue it in 2014.’ Michael Angerer, Commercial Counselor of the Republic of Austria in Bulgaria

‘Congratulations to the team for its e�orts and persistence in realizing the event, which is an important and perspective for the further development of the sectors facing the challenges to the Bulgarianmunicipalities and public authorities.’ Zdravko Sechkov, Foundation for Local Government Reform

‘We will be very glad to continue working with Via Expo to realize this exciting Forum.’Nikolay Sidjimov, Bulgarian Association of Municipal Environmental Experts

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